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What are our parents saying?

My son has been a student for four years and a camper for five. ATA provides a set of friends with common interests , an opportunity to develop vocally and physically in the arts and a fun place to hang out and be yourself !!! I can't say enough about the positive growth I have seen in him. Being a part of theatre enhances those everyday skills that are so important in life: public speaking, memorization, validation of emotion, respect for those around you ( and their lifestyle choices) , unconditional support , freedom to create , and so much more!!!! If your child has an interest in theatre .... look no further. Academy of Theatre Arts is top notch!!
-Lori Weinstein

"I take my hat off to all of you! The heart and soul of your efforts are clearly visable. Dina, YOU are ATA. Your passion for this theatre oozes out of you. Because of the depths of your sincerity for this theatre, everyone under you and each student is engulfed in this energy. Their hearts are all in it because of what you put in it first!"

− Christine Pecoraro, Parent

"I have traveled and performed all over the world and believe that Academy of Theatre Arts is the most oustanding afterschool theatre program any parent or child could ask for."

− Philip McAdoo (Broadway Performer in Rent, The Lion King)

"There is no finer children's director than Dina Sarno Slawson. Her talent and vision have created a place unlike any other program I have seen or worked with."

− Natrea Blake (Juliard graduate, performer and instructor)

"Watching these young performers on their national Six Flags summer tour has made me realize that ATA is a place that not only highly trains them in musical theatre but encourages them to grow into fine young men and women, leaving me with a brighter hope for the future."

"I have seen Les Miserables in London, Toronto, and New York and this young company's production blew me away. It is one of the best I have ever seen! Academy Encore Ensemble rivals any professional theatre company out there!"